Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy's student population of 610 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2527 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
17%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy is ranked #2527 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy often compared to?
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ella J Baker Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy?
610 students attend Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy?
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy offer ?
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy part of?
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy is part of Houston ISD School District.
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